Spotlight Docent

To support the USBG mission of demonstrating the aesthetic, cultural, economic, ecological and therapeutic importance of plants to the well-being of humankind by facilitating "spotlights," informal encounters highlighting the living collections throughout the Conservatory and National Garden.

Primary Responsibilities:

Create a welcoming atmosphere for visitor interactions and questions.

Effectively and accurately communicate information about the USBG's mission, history and living plant collections.

Qualifications:

Interest in serving the general public

Comfort with interacting with a variety of audiences

Ability to be courteous, respectful and patient with visitors

Good oral communication skills

Cooperative nature, including the ability to accept instruction and correction

Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances

Professional manner and appearance

Training Provided:

**2013 docent training begins Thursday evening, February 28 and will run twice a week for 10 weeks on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30. Monday and Wednesday make-up evenings possible based on USBG special events calendar.**